specialists in quality assurance (Sr.)

FOP CONSULTANTS is looking for specialists in quality assurance at the senior level motivated to deliver on mandates for its clients in the agri-food sector. The mandate is to maintain the food safety and quality system in accordance with HACCP, the PCP and GFSI standards and to manage audits, non-conformances, complaints and product recalls, oversee environmental monitoring and support CFIA inspections. The senior scope is further to define the site quality strategy and compliance roadmap and to mentor intermediate consultants and review their deliverables.

• Maintain the HACCP plan and the preventive control plan (PCP).
• Manage GFSI certification programs (SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000).
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and track CAPAs.
• Manage non-conformances, complaints, product recalls and traceability.
• Oversee environmental monitoring and microbiological testing.
• Support CFIA inspections and certification audits.
• Train staff in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and hygiene practices.
• Define the site quality strategy and compliance roadmap.
• Mentor intermediate consultants and review their deliverables.
• Lead client and regulatory audits and their action plans.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in science (food technology, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, etc.), or any other related discipline.
• Minimum ten (10) years of industry experience.
• Eight (08) to fifteen (15) years of experience as a Specialist in Quality Assurance.
• Sector standards: HACCP, SFCR (CFIA), SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000.
• Tools and systems: MS Office suite, TrackWise, Veeva Vault, SAP QM, Power BI.
• Hold one of the following certifications: ASQ CQA, ASQ CQE, ISO 9001 Internal Auditor.
• The following are considered assets: ASQ CMQ/OE, Six Sigma Green Belt, ISO Lead Auditor.
• Experience in Canadian public or private organizations.
• Language: French and English

• Remote, Hybrid, On-site

At FOP CONSULTANTS, we invest in the success and well-being of our experts. By joining our team, you benefit from an environment designed to support your performance and respect your work-life balance, including:

• Competitive compensation that reflects your expertise;
• Complete protection through our group insurance plans;
• Professional liability insurance so you can practise with confidence;
• Remote-work flexibility, based on client needs;
• 3 weeks of vacation to recharge;
• 3 paid sick days, to take care of yourself;
• A monthly allowance for your transportation costs;
• Real opportunities for advancement within the organization;
• Ongoing access to training to grow your skills.